Tuesday, June 24, 2014

HOME!

Work up to harder to digest things like steak or high fiber food over the next 8 weeks

Activity

Walk as tolerated

No lifting anything over 5 - 10 lbs

Rest, Rest, Rest

Return to work in 6-8 weeks

Can shower now

Can go in the pool two weeks after surgery (like to cool off and sit in the pool)

Incision

Keep it clean and dry

Call if it gets red to the touch or has pussy discharge

Some slight moisture is ok

It was great to get home. Sophie was happy to see me. I missed her so. :) I had a pretty good first day home and walked in the cup-de-sac a little outside. I did still have to take my 2 pain pills every 4-5 hours though and the pain was pretty intense at times.

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I have worked in healthcare technology since 1996 when it wasn't very widespread. We all thought that EMRs would be common by the year 2000. HA. I strongly believe in the power of patients, and I work to make life better for patients and their families every day. I am a proud supporter of Cure JM, a nonprofit searching for a cure for Juvenile Myositis. I love the University of Tennessee and SEC football. I believe in family and cherish every minute I get to spend with mind.